Coming into last season, expectations were sky high for highly touted freshman wide receiver Ivan McCartney. But by season's end the Miramar, Fla. native had only one catch for a measly four yards to his name.

After an up-and-down spring where the talented sophomore shown flashes of brilliance, McCartney has been taking the steps necessary to make his mark on the field this season. And with the physical tools already in tow, that begins with the mental aspects of the game.